Minimally invasive fracture fixation involves the use of specialized instruments and imaging techniques to align and stabilize the fracture with screws, plates, or rods.

This procedure is performed to treat fractures while minimizing damage to the surrounding muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissues. It aims to reduce pain, speed up recovery, and improve cosmetic outcomes compared to traditional open fracture fixation methods.

The benefits of minimally invasive fracture fixation include smaller incisions, reduced postoperative pain, lower risk of infection, decreased blood loss, shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery times, and less scarring.

Although minimally invasive, this procedure still carries some risks, including infection, bleeding, nerve or blood vessel injury, non-union or delayed union of the fracture, hardware failure, and adverse reactions to anesthesia.

Patients may be able to go home the same day or after a short hospital stay. Physical therapy is often recommended to aid in regaining strength and mobility. The specific recovery timeline will depend on the location and severity of the fracture.